IUI

IUI success rate varies from person to person. Factors such as age, egg quality, sperm quality, tubal health and the reason for treatment can all influence the chance of pregnancy.

After IUI, symptoms can vary. Some people notice mild cramping, bloating or breast tenderness, while others notice very little. Symptoms in the days after treatment do not reliably indicate whether the cycle was successful.

The IUI procedure is usually quick and straightforward. Prepared sperm is placed into the uterus using a fine catheter, and the procedure generally takes around 10 minutes or less. Most people find it only mildly uncomfortable.

The benefits of IUI include that it is less invasive and less expensive than IVF or ICSI. It may be a suitable first treatment step for some patients, especially where tubes are open, sperm quality is appropriate, or donor sperm is being used.

The term IUI (Intrauterine Insemination) refers to the process of placing sperm closer to the egg during ovulation, which can increase the chances of pregnancy.

Intrauterine insemination (IUI) is a fertility treatment aimed at increasing the likelihood of sperm successfully fertilizing an egg. This medical intervention has the potential to improve the chances of pregnancy for select couples and individuals.

If an IUI does not result in a successful pregnancy after 3 attempts, our doctor will usually suggest moving to an IVF cycle. In certain cases, this may be sooner.

Yes, for many patients IUI can help them to become pregnant. It does however have lower rates of success than IVF/ICSI and so many choose to go directly to IVF. For those wishing to undergo a less invasive treatment, IUI is often a good starting point.

You must be 18 or older in order to do an IUI.